Cyber Security Analyst

Trent & Dove Housing; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in Burton upon Trent is looking for a skilled individual to lead threat and vulnerability management. Responsibilities include monitoring security incidents, promoting best practices, and engaging with stakeholders to enhance security awareness. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in security management and relevant certifications. This role offers opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in threat and vulnerability management.
• Strong working knowledge of Azure Security Centre and MDM solutions.
• Passion for continuous learning about emerging threats.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage threat and vulnerability management within the organisation.
• Monitor, analyse and respond to security incidents and alerts.
• Act as a security champion, embedding security best practices.

Skills

Threat and vulnerability management

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Knowledge of Microsoft Defender

Continuous learning

Education

Relevant security qualifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.)

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Azure Security Centre

MDM solutions

SIEM tools

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing threat and vulnerability management within the organisation. They will monitor, analyse and respond to security incidents and alerts. You will act as a security champion within the organisation, ensuring that security best practice is embedded within IT policies and procedures, and upskill the wider business to ensure heightened awareness in day-to-day activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in threat and vulnerability management.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Defender, MDM solutions, Azure Security Centre and Entra.
• One or more relevant security qualifications, such as: CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security +, Microsoft SC-200 / AZ-500.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying updated on emerging threats.
• Ability to translate technical risks into business impacts.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools and incident response processes.